“North Dakota's Catholic university preparing leaders for service and professional excellence.”
The University of Mary is a Benedictine Catholic university located in Bismarck, North Dakota, and the only Catholic university in the state. Serving approximately 3,400 students across undergraduate, graduate, and online programs, the university combines rigorous academics with values-centered formation grounded in Catholic faith and Benedictine tradition. The Mary's curriculum emphasizes practical career preparation alongside liberal arts education, with particular strength in health professions, business, education, and nursing. The institution distinguishes itself through exceptional affordability—among the most affordable Catholic universities in the nation—enabling accessible education for diverse students. The supportive campus community fosters mentorship relationships between faculty and students, creating an environment where individual growth and achievement are nurtured. The university's tuition-free academies in nursing, accounting, and elementary education offer additional pathways for motivated students. Located in North Dakota's capital, the University of Mary provides students with professional networking opportunities, internships with state government and regional employers, and a tight-knit community committed to service and leadership development.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
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Test Flexible — Multiple standardized test types are accepted.
Official SourceEarly Decision
Optional early decision; binding if admitted
Regular Decision
Standard application deadline for fall entry
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$18,568 – $20,700
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Comprehensive health professions education preparing nurses, respiratory therapists, and allied health professionals with clinical partnerships throughout the region.
Business education emphasizing ethical leadership, entrepreneurship, and practical management skills for organizational and corporate roles.
Teacher education and educational leadership programs preparing educators committed to student success and continuous improvement.
3 years
Intensive accelerated nursing program for motivated students, tuition-free, preparing graduates for RN licensure and healthcare careers in just 2.6 years.
4 years
Comprehensive business program with emphasis on ethical leadership, practical application, and preparation for management roles in corporate and non-profit sectors.
4 years
Partnership programs with CHI-St. Alexius and Jamestown Regional Medical Center providing full tuition scholarships for qualified respiratory therapy students.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
